Welcome back to Sports Illustrated’s 2026 NFL position rankings, where we’ll stack up the top 10 players across the league at each spot on the field over the coming weeks leading into training camp.

NFL training camps are underway as we hurtle toward the 2025 season. It's not exactly a surprise that the individuals capturing many headlines are quarterbacks or players amid contract talks. But ...

Who are the highest-paid linebackers in the NFL for the 2026 season? The position's highest-paid players in the league don't earn as much as some other positions, but 27 linebackers are currently set ...

Former Ohio State linebacker turned Washington Commander Sonny Styles was one of the top prospects in the NFL Draft this past April. He ended up being selected in the top 10 so a lot of eyes will be ...

You may have heard this once or twice, but the Baltimore Ravens know what great defense looks like. They've seen their share of linebackers. Take Ray Lewis, for instance. He remains the standard for ...

Are the Eagles' linebackers the NFL's best? Analyzing Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. for 2026 defensive dominance.

Rookie linebackers Bryce Boettcher, Jaylon Carlies, and CJ Allen are all experiencing learning curves early in the season. Top draft pick CJ Allen did not play a defensive snap in his debut and is ...

Who is the highest-paid linebacker in the NFL? The Pittsburgh Steelers' Nick Herbig is currently the highest-paid linebacker in the NFL, with an average annual salary of $25 million. His current ...

STRONG: Do The Eagles Have The BEST Linebacker Room In The League?! Are the Eagles' linebackers the NFL's best? Analyzing Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. for 2026 defensive ...